Olive Oil - Tasting Notes 2009 extra virgin The 2009 Olivo estate extra virgin oil is fruity, rich and mild with a hint of pepper on the back palate.On the front palate are green tomatoes and artichokes which come from the Barnea olive and oregano from the Leccino and Frantoio olives. The major olives in this year' s blend are the Barnea, Leccino and Frantoio with a dash of Manzanillo. Every year the oil is different. This year's blend reflects the hot summer but late wet autumn - hence the mildness. It can be described as medium to delicate intensity this year. Infused range Our range of infused oils changes from year to year depending on the intensity of the oil. Helen likes to test our new flavours on our visitors to the grove and the chefs we supply, many of whom make excellent suggestions. Lemon - the lemon oil is tangy and zesty: a consistent best seller! Orange - the orange oil gives a mellow, gentle citrus orange flavour to dishes that reflects its Barnea base. Porcini - always mellow, earthy and nutty. The porcini adds subtlety to dishes and can be used in place of truffle oil. Smoked chilli - the smoked chilli retains its bacony flavour with the chilli arriving late and gently on the palate. A winner on the barbecue. Fennel – a delicious aniseed flavour that adds a French touch to your barbecue or salad. Use sparingly for plenty of flavour. Smoked paprika – the smoky flavour hits your front palate with the paprika coming through on the back. Looks gorgeous with its vivid red colour drizzled on a white dinner plate and is a winner with anything to do with paella.   Vanilla -  made using the fattest vanilla pods seeped in the oil for months and very rich. The latest batch is the most flavoursome that I have made. In short supply.